The first year of research and development was both costly and time-intensive but proved to be an invaluable learning experience. They assembled a global team of engineering consultants specializing in drafting, laser design and component testing, ensuring that their lasers would be among the best available on the market today. Their goal was to bridge the gap between low-cost, disposable machines suitable only for occasional use and the other over-priced American-made lasers accessible only to the Department of Defense and other Government entities.
